If you are a business owner in California, it is crucial to classify your employees correctly to avoid legal issues and potential penalties. Employee misclassification occurs when a worker is classified as an independent contractor rather than an employee or vice versa. Misclassifying employees can result in various legal consequences, including fines, lawsuits, and back […]
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Apr
Apr
If you work in California and need to take leave from work for a serious health condition or to care for a family member with a serious health condition, you may be eligible for California Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) benefits. Here’s how you can request California FMLA leave: Step 1: Determine if you’re […]
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Apr
Apr
Transgender individuals have long faced discrimination and marginalization in the workplace, but California has taken significant steps to protect their rights and ensure equal treatment in employment. In this blog post, we will explore the legal protections available to transgender workers in California and the steps employers can take to create a more inclusive and […]
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Mar
Mar
As an employee in California, it is important to know your rights when it comes to minimum wage violations. Minimum wage violations occur when an employer fails to pay you the minimum wage rate required by law. These violations are unfortunately common, but you do not have to tolerate them. Here is what you need […]
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Mar
Mar
Workplace harassment can be a traumatic experience for employees and can have a negative impact on their well-being, productivity, and overall job satisfaction. It is important to address workplace harassment as soon as it occurs to prevent it from escalating and to protect the rights and dignity of the affected employee. Here are some tips […]
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Mar
Mar
California’s wage and hour laws are some of the most comprehensive in the United States. Employers operating in the state must adhere to strict regulations regarding minimum wage, overtime pay, meal and rest breaks, and more. Failure to comply with these laws can result in significant penalties and legal consequences. In this blog post, we […]
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Jan
Jan
Do you have questions about California whistleblower confidentiality? Contact the employment law attorneys at the Myers Law Group today. Question: Will my identity be confidential if I file a whistleblower claim? Answer: We do a lot of cases involving what’s called whistleblower lawsuits. Those whistleblower lawsuits typically are employees that complain about either unlawful conduct […]
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Jan
Jan
Are you in the process of filing a California wrongful termination claim? Contact the Myers Law Group today for a free consultation. Question: What should I do if I was wrongfully terminated? Answer: I spend a lot of time talking to potential clients about the fact that they felt like they were wrongfully terminated from […]
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Jan
Jan
Understanding California’s New Reporting Time Pay Requirements In California, reporting time pay is a term that refers to the compensation that an employee receives for showing up to work but not being given any work to do. This concept is outlined in the California Labor Code, which specifies when employers must provide reporting time pay […]
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Jan
Jan
Are you or a loved one in the process of filing an employment claim in California? Read these Workplace Harassment Tips and call us today. Sexual Harassment in the Workplace Yesterday, I received a phone call from a client about conduct that was happening at work from a supervisor. The supervisor had made comments about […]